A fast and easy dinner option on the busiest of days, these skillet chicken fajitas are both satisfying and full of flavor.
If you are looking for a quick, easy, and tasty dinner option, look no further that these simple skillet chicken fajitas. This one-pan wonder is perfect for busy weeknights when you want a meal that is satisfying and also full of flavor. Tender strips of seasoned chicken strips, vibrant bell peppers, and sweet onions, all sizzling in a hot skillet, will combine to create a mouthwatering aroma that will fill your kitchen. The best thing about this one pot dinner is that it is completely customizable by adding your favorite toppings like avocado, sour cream, salsa, cilantro, and served in your favorite tortillas or on a bed of rice.
Simple ingredients I use to make Skillet Chicken Fajitas
- olive oil
- chicken breast
- chili powder
- paprika
- oregano
- garlic powder
- cumin
- salt
- bell peppers
- yellow onions
- fresh chopped cilantro
Skillet Chicken Fajitas
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced thin
- 1 Tbsp chili powder
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tsp dry oregano
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp salt
- 4 bell peppers sliced (color of your choice)
- 2 yellow onions, sliced
- 2 Tbsp fresh chopped cilantro
For Serving
- salsa
- limes
Instructions
- In a bowl add chicken, olive oil, chili powder, paprika, oregano, garlic powder, cumin, and salt. Toss to combine.
- Add a large skillet over high heat. Add chicken and cook while stirring until cooked through (about 9-10 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- Add remaining 2 Tbsp olive oil to skillet. Add onions and bell peppers to skillet. Cook the onions and bell peppers while stirring until tender (about 5-6 minutes).
- Add the cooked chicken to onions and peppers and stir to combine. Top with fresh chopped cilantro, and serve on you rfavorite tortillas or on a bed of rice. Enjoy!
